Greensboro adopts zoning limits on detention facilities amid community concerns
GREENSBORO, N.C. — The Greensboro City Council has approved a zoning amendment that adds new restrictions for detention facilities, a move that comes as community members raise concerns about the possibility of an immigration detention center in the city. The amendment creates a new land-use category called “Secure...
Greensboro police chief reflects on career ahead of retirement
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Greensboro Police Chief John Thompson will soon learn how to be just “John” or “dad” instead of “chief” after a law enforcement career spanning 27 years. Thompson has spent his entire career in the Triad, beginning in Asheboro before joining the Greensboro Police Department in 2003, working...
What is the future of Bingham Park in Greensboro?
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — The future of an east Greensboro park could finally be decided. Franklin Harley says he grew up near Bingham Park in east Greensboro. It’s a area that’s now fenced off to the public. “As I got older, I moved back over here like 21 years … I didn’t have any … […]
Michael Vick, Norfolk State drop huge HBCU matchup from schedule
A highly anticipated matchup between Michael Vick's Norfolk State Spartans and North Carolina A&T looks to be dropped from the schedule.
Guilford County Schools employee reunited with coworkers, first responders who saved his life
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Five Guilford County Schools Transportation Garage employees were recognized Thursday after their quick thinking saved a coworker’s life earlier this month. On Feb. 9, Mike Lee went into cardiac arrest shortly after arriving at work. Thanks to his coworkers, who began CPR and deployed an...
Movies and TV shows casting in Winston-Salem
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that...
Speeding concerns grow for Greensboro business owner after crash on Randleman Road
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Along Randleman Road in Greensboro, a business owner said speeding drivers are creating a growing safety concern. She said there have been several crashes in front of her business in the past 2 years, including one around 2 weeks ago. Triad Meat Company Owner Sally Stevens wants an increased...
Greensboro police renew call for tips in 2023 killing of 41-year-old father of 2
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Greensboro police and Crime Stoppers are renewing their call for information in the unsolved 2023 killing of 41-year-old Devoughn Leon Carthen. According to police, officers responded around 6:15 a.m. Aug. 31, 2023, to the 3900 block of Overland Heights in reference to a shooting. When they...
Appealing your Guilford County property value assessment: The 5 documents you can use to...
GREENSBORO, N.C. — You think your new property value assessment is too high, but how do you prove it in your appeal? There are five acceptable documents or pieces of evidence to prove your appeal. You'll find the list on the back of your notice. Recent sales comparables. Evidence...
‘He told me not to tell anyone, or I’d be in more trouble’: Triad...
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Have you heard about it? The Jury Duty Scam. It's been around for years, but I just got a call from a small business owner in Greensboro who had never heard of it and almost lost a whole lot of cash. She made a hudge withdrawl from her bank and was about to give it to the scammer.
